Ghana, West Africa
Teaching English
Volunteers teach English to students aged 6-15 in local schools. Class sizes vary from 20 - 40 kids. Volunteers can chose which age they would like to teach. There is a syllabus that you will follow so lesson plans need to be developed accordingly. Most of the children you will be teaching have a basic to medium level of English. School runs for 5 days a week from 8am - 2pm with Saturday and Sunday off.
Students are energetic and enthusiastic while educational facilities are simple and basic. Ghana leaves an indelible mark on all visitors because of the warmth and hospitality of its people.
Ghana is renowned for music so volunteers should be prepared to sing with the children. There is plenty of drumming and dancing. Drum lessons are included in the orientation period.
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteers stay with local families, generally with someone from the school they are associated with. The family experience in Ghana is one of the most rewarding parts of the placement. Ghanaians are very welcoming and friendly. Volunteers quickly feel part of the family.
Cost includes:
Pre-departure training course
Meet and greet on arrival
Transfers to and from airport and placement
Full board and accommodation
Orientation
Project placement
Back-up and support in-country during placement
Costs not included:
Airfares
Visas
Vaccinations
Travel Insurance
ABOUT GHANA
The Republic of Ghana is located on the Guinea Coast of West Africa, and is sandwiched between Togo, Cote d'Ivoire and Burkina Faso. In the south, rain is expected between April and June and again in September and October. Temperatures in the southeast range from 74°F (23°C) in October to 86° (30°C) in June.
Ghana has a population of over 15 million, nearly half of whom speak Akan; the other half include speakers of Ga, Mole, Dagbani, Ewe, and Dangme. English is the official language of Ghana and is used in schools, businesses, and the Government.
Ghanaian people have hearts as big as their smiles. They are vivacious and will always make you feel welcome. Ghana is one of the friendliest and easy to travel countries in West Africa. Colourful markets, palm fringed beaches, old coastal forts and Mole National Park are but a few of the highlights.
Students are energetic and enthusiastic while educational facilities are simple and basic. Ghana leaves an indelible mark on all visitors because of the warmth and hospitality of its people.
Ghana is renowned for music so volunteers should be prepared to sing with the children. There is plenty of drumming and dancing. Drum lessons are included in the orientation period.
ACCOMMODATION
Volunteers stay with local families, generally with someone from the school they are associated with. The family experience in Ghana is one of the most rewarding parts of the placement. Ghanaians are very welcoming and friendly. Volunteers quickly feel part of the family.
Cost includes:
Pre-departure training course
Meet and greet on arrival
Transfers to and from airport and placement
Full board and accommodation
Orientation
Project placement
Back-up and support in-country during placement
Costs not included:
Airfares
Visas
Vaccinations
Travel Insurance
ABOUT GHANA
The Republic of Ghana is located on the Guinea Coast of West Africa, and is sandwiched between Togo, Cote d'Ivoire and Burkina Faso. In the south, rain is expected between April and June and again in September and October. Temperatures in the southeast range from 74°F (23°C) in October to 86° (30°C) in June.
Ghana has a population of over 15 million, nearly half of whom speak Akan; the other half include speakers of Ga, Mole, Dagbani, Ewe, and Dangme. English is the official language of Ghana and is used in schools, businesses, and the Government.
Ghanaian people have hearts as big as their smiles. They are vivacious and will always make you feel welcome. Ghana is one of the friendliest and easy to travel countries in West Africa. Colourful markets, palm fringed beaches, old coastal forts and Mole National Park are but a few of the highlights.